Aquatic Treadmill
Just as water exercise is beneficial to people,
it can also benefit your canine!
BENEFITS OF THE AQUATIC TREADMILL
Promotes early range of motion
Low impact exercise
Improved cardiovascular stamina
Increased flexibility
Muscle toning
Increased strengthening of injured tissue
Reduces joint stiffness
Our goal is to help improve your dog’s quality of life! The aquatic treadmill is wonderful to enhance general fitness. The warm water provides relaxation and low impact exercise.
The aquatic treadmill benefits can help your canine quickly return to full function after an injury, improve muscle strength, lose weight, and improve behavior issues.
Changing the water depth promotes the proper resistance for specific joints and muscle groups. The buoyancy of the water helps to reduce the stress and pain.
The speed increases exertion through resistance. Slow speeds are used for neurologic issues. Moderate speeds are used for post surgical canines. Fast speeds are used for athletes and behavior modification.
The warm water increases circulation and flexibility, therefore reducing discomfort.
The number of repetitions depends on each canine and the goals your veterinarian wants to achieve.
One big advantage to the treadmill is that limb movements can also be observed during the session. The treadmill replicates the movement that the canine performs on land. Many dogs that won't bare weight on land will do so in the treadmill!
Veterinarian referral is required before starting the underwater exercise program.
Call today to set up your appointment for your dog!